Kia ora, I am a second-year journalism student from the New Zealand Broadcasting School with a growing passion for telling balanced, compassionate and honest stories.
Being a hardworking and motivated individual I am always on the search for new challenges, whether that be through television, radio and writing.
I thrive in having determination, creativity and organisation within the workplace, while always having a positive attitude and smile on my face.
Throughout my time at the Broadcasting School I have done reporting for Metro News and Plains FM, and have been an author of the student magazine Waha Kōrero.
I am ambitious and eager to take on every opportunity thrown my way, and am always brimming with new story ideas.
I believe I would be a great addition to your newsroom.
Email: melania.watson@metronews.co.nz
Linkedin: Linkedin Profile
The Breakdown Podcast - Episode Five
In this weeks episode of The Breakdown, we take a look at the lives of Transgender people.
The Breakdown Podcast - Episode Four
In this week's episode of The Breakdown we dive into the topic of Abortions – one of the most controversial issues in society.
The Breakdown Podcast - Episode Three
In this weeks episode, we go back to the 15th of March 2019. The day our Christchurch Muslim community suffered a horrific attack.
The Breakdown Podcast - Episode Two
In this episode we go back to 2011, the year Christchurch was struck with a 6.3 magnitude Earthquake on the 22nd of February at 12:51pm.
The Breakdown Podcast - Episode One
In our first episode of The Breakdown, we take a look at Covid-19. We discuss the history, lockdowns, and the vaccine itself.
Ara Foundation - 610
Here is the content we have created for the Ara Foundation. It covers the brief and follows the proposal by showcasing the foundation across all platforms.
METRONEWS Singapore Airlines
In just a few weeks, tourists from Singapore will start arriving in Christchurch as the borders re-open.
METRONEWS Live Cross + Bromley Birdlife
Residents in Ōtautahi's eastern suburbs are concerned at a dramatic decline in wildlife.
Metronews 03/06/22
This is the final episode of Metronews 2022. Brought to you by the students of the New Zealand Broadcasting School.
Metronews 31/05/22
This episode of Metronews is brought to you by the students of the New Zealand Broadcasting School
METRONEWS Technology Week 2022
It's Technology Week and organisers are keen to get as many youngsters involved as possible.
Radio Current Affairs: Police stations closed
Melania Watson investigates how the recent closure of some police stations is affecting the safety and wellbeing of some people in the city.
Radio Current Affairs: Australian visitors into NZ
Melania Watson investigates how those in the tourism industry are benefiting from our airports opening their borders to Australians.
From shelves to homes: annual unwanted book sale
Thousands of books have sold at the annual Big Bargain Book Sale at the Pioneer Sport and Recreation Centre.
Lack of education around native ecosystems
Children in Christchurch aren't being educated on native wildlife as much as they should be.
Disabled people continue to be under-represented
People with disabilities are finding it hard to get employed due to their disabilities holding them back.
The Mother of all clean ups
A waterway rubbish clean-up was held in Sumner in respect of Mother's Day, where a group of locals came together to clean Papatūānuku.
Residents call for reduced speed limit
Residents living near the Northern Corridor motorway are losing sleep due to noise from the new $290 million road.